Michigan Media Law Attorney — First Amendment & Access

Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 117,300 - 130,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group medical insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid family leave

Job summary

The Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press is seeking a Michigan Local Legal Initiative Attorney to provide legal support to journalists and news outlets engaged in investigative journalism. The role requires the attorney to represent clients in access-related legal matters, conduct trainings, and collaborate with stakeholders.

Applicants should have significant litigation experience, be self-directed, and possess strong leadership and legal research skills. The position offers a salary range from $117,300 to $130,500, along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Admitted to practice law in Michigan or eligible for admission.
• 3+ to 10+ years of litigation and advising experience.
• Ability to handle all aspects of litigation independently.
• Strong leadership skills and experience managing litigation matters.
• Outstanding legal research and written communication skills.
• Excellent public speaking and collaboration skills.
• Good judgment and high professional integrity.

Responsibilities

• Represent Michigan journalists in litigation involving access and First Amendment issues.
• Provide counsel on legal issues related to newsgathering.
• Draft amicus briefs and supervise junior attorneys.
• Conduct trainings for journalists on media law topics.
• Respond to hotline inquiries from journalists.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to promote the LLI.
• Provide guidance to legal fellows and staff attorneys.

Skills

Litigation experience

Newsgathering knowledge

Legal research skills

Public speaking

Leadership skills

Education

Admitted to practice law in Michigan

3+ years of experience

Job description

The Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press is seeking a Michigan Local Legal Initiative Attorney to provide legal support to journalists and news outlets engaged in investigative journalism. The role requires the attorney to represent clients in access-related legal matters, conduct trainings, and collaborate with stakeholders.

Applicants should have significant litigation experience, be self-directed, and possess strong leadership and legal research skills. The position offers a salary range from $117,300 to $130,500, along with comprehensive benefits.